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Gene
April 29, 2025
Contrast button shortcut
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Mr. Anderson
May 15, 2025
The contrast button shortcut on the ProMinent DULCOMETER is used to adjust the LCD display contrast. Pressing one key makes the display darker, while pressing the other makes it lighter. Each key press changes the contrast by one level.
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Assembly and operating instructions DULCOMETER ® Multi-parameter Controller diaLog DACa A1111 Please carefully read these operating instructions before use! · Do not discard! The operator shall be liable for any damage caused by installation or operating errors! Technical changes reserved.
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Supplemental instructions General non-discriminatory approach In order to make it easier to read, this document uses the male form in grammat‐ ical structures but with an implied neutral sense. It is aimed equally at both men and women. We kindly ask female readers for their understanding in this simplification of the text.
Table of contents Table of contents Operating Concept....................8 1.1 Functions of the keys .................. 11 1.2 Changes the set operating language............12 1.3 Acknowledging Error or Warning Messages ..........13 1.4 Key Lock ...................... 13 [Menu] display................. 14 Entries in the ID Code.........................
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Table of contents Setting measured variables.................. 52 8.1 Information on the measured variables............53 8.1.1 Measured Variable pH [mV]..............54 8.1.2 Temperature....................54 8.1.3 Measured variable pH [mA]............... 55 8.1.4 ORP [mV], ORP [mA]................55 8.1.5 Chlorine, bromine, chlorine dioxide, chlorite, dissolved oxygen and ozone......................
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Table of contents 9.5.3 Zero point calibration for the measured variable DO......... 94 9.5.4 DO value calibration for the measured variable DO........96 9.6 Measured value [mA general] calibration............. 98 9.7 Calibrating conductivity................98 9.8 Calibrating temperature................99 [Control] .................... 101 Setting the 10.1 Control parameter [Type].................
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Table of contents Setting [Digital inputs]..................133 14.1 Setting [Digital input 1]................133 [mA outputs] ..................136 Setting the [mA outputs] ................138 15.1 Setting the Function: Data logger..................140 16.1 Activating, reading and deleting log books..........140 16.2 Configuring log books................141 [calibration log book] .............
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Table of contents Glossary......................169 Index........................177...
Operating Concept Operating Concept A1035 Fig. 1: Operating cross (1) / Active keys appear [black] in the display; inactive keys appear [grey]. For example, the following path is illustrated: [Calibrate] ➨ [Slope] ➨ Continuous display ➨ ➨ ➨ ➨ Continuous display [Calibrate] [Slope] A1036...
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Operating Concept Display lighting In the event of an error with the [ERROR] status, the display's backlight changes from ‘white’ to ‘red’ . This makes it easier for the operator to detect and react to an error. Fig. 3: Example of a continuous display when used with one measuring channel (e.g. pH) 7.55 7.20 0.30...
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Operating Concept Setting of the various parameters in the adjustable menus No time-controlled menu items The controller does not leave any menu item time-controlled, the controller remains at one menu item until this menu item has been exited by the user. Select the parameter you require in the display using ð...
Operating Concept Functions of the keys Functions of the keys Function Confirmation in the setting menu: Confirms and saves the input values. Confirmation in the continuous display: Displays all information about saved errors and warnings. Back to the continuous display or to the start of the respective setting menu, in which you are currently located.
Operating Concept Function To decrease a displayed number value and to jump down in the operating menu. Moves the cursor to the left. Changes the set operating language Simultaneously press the keys ð The controller changes to the menu for setting the operating language. Language Language German...
Operating Concept Acknowledging Error or Warning Messages [Error] , the controller is stopped, the backlight switches to If the controller detects an error red and the alarm relay is deactivated. Acknowledge the message by pressing . The controller displays all the errors and warnings. You can select and acknowledge the pending alarm messages if necessary.
[Menu] display Entries in the [Menu] display Entries in the Name of menu item Jump to chapter [Measurement] Ä Chapter 8 ‘Setting measured variables’ on page 52 [Limit values] Ä Chapter 11 ‘Setting the [Limit values]’ on page 120 [Control] Ä...
ID Code ID Code Device identification / Identity code DULCOMETER , Multi-parameter Controller diaLog DACa ® Design 00 With ProMinent ® logo S0 With fitting kit for control cabinet Operating voltage 6 90 ... 253 V, 48/63 Hz Channel 1*...
ID Code DULCOMETER , Multi-parameter Controller diaLog DACa ® Certificates None Documentation language*** German English French Spanish Footnotes concerning the identity code * Selection of the measured variable during initial commissioning ** The measured variable is selected during initial commissioning or via the default software setting.
Safety and Responsibility Safety and Responsibility Explanation of the safety information WARNING! Nature and source of the danger Introduction Possible consequence: Fatal or very These operating instructions provide infor‐ serious injuries. mation on the technical data and functions of the product. These operating instruc‐ Measure to be taken to avoid this tions provide detailed safety information danger...
Safety and Responsibility General safety notes NOTICE! Nature and source of the danger WARNING! Damage to the product or its sur‐ Live parts! roundings Possible consequence: Fatal or very Measure to be taken to avoid this serious injuries danger – Measure: Before opening the Note! housing or before carrying out...
Safety and Responsibility Intended Use WARNING! Unauthorised access! Intended Use Possible consequence: Fatal or very The device is intended for measuring serious injuries. and regulating liquid media. The des‐ – Measure: Ensure that there can ignated measured variables appear be no unauthorised access to the on the device's display and are abso‐...
Trained user A trained user is a person who fulfils the requirements made of an instructed person and who has also received additional training specific to the system from ProMinent or another authorised distribution partner. Trained qualified per‐ A qualified employee is deemed to be a person who is able to sonnel assess the tasks assigned to him and recognize possible haz‐...
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Customer Service department refers to service technicians, department who have received proven training and have been authorised by ProMinent to work on the system. Note for the system operator The pertinent accident prevention regulations, as well as all other generally acknowl‐...
® timer and discontinuous control, 3- Multi-parameter Controller diaLog DACa point stepper control (dependent on is a controller platform from ProMinent. In the optional equipment) the remainder of this document, the term ‘controller’ is consistently used for the Measured variables and language DULCOMETER ®...
Assembly and installation Assembly and installation User qualification, mechanical instal‐ lation: trained qualified personnel, see NOTICE! Ä Chapter 4.4 ‘Users' qualifications’ on page 21 Installation position and conditions User qualification, electrical installa‐ – The controller meets the require‐ tion: Electrical technician, see ments for IP 67 degree of protec‐...
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Assembly and installation Read-off and operating position Install the device in a favourable – position for reading and operating (preferably at eye level). Mounting position As standard the controller is wall- – mounted. Nevertheless you can fit the – controller in a control panel using the optional fitting kit.
Assembly and installation Scope of supply The following components are included as standard: Description Quantity Controller DAC Assembly material, complete, 2P Universal (set) Operating Manual General safety notes Wall mounting Mechanical Installation Take the wall bracket out of the housing 6.2.1 Wall mounting Mounting materials (contained in the...
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Assembly and installation Use the wall bracket as a drilling Then check that the housing is template to mark the positions of hooked in at the top and press four drill holes down (3) until it audibly engages Drill the holes: Ø 8 mm, d = 50 mm A0491 Fig.
Assembly and installation 6.2.2 Control Panel Installation CAUTION! Dimensional variations Possible consequence: material damage – Photocopying the punched template can result in dimensional deviations – Use the dimensions shown in Fig. 11 and mark on the control panel CAUTION! Material thickness of control panel Possible consequence: material damage –...
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Assembly and installation A1179 Fig. 10: Order number for the DAC control panel fitting kit (included with the scope of supply): 1041095. Control panel Galvanised PT cutting screws (6 off) 1 x foam rubber caulking strip ∅3 Punched template Galvanised steel retaining brackets (6 off)
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Assembly and installation A1170 Fig. 11: The drawing is not true to scale and will not be revised as part of these operating instructions. The drawing is for information only.
Assembly and installation Determine the precise position of the device on the control panel using the drilling template Mark the corner points and drill (drill diameter 12 - 13 mm) Using a punching tool or jigsaw, match the opening to the punched template drawing Chamfer the cut edges and check whether the sealing surfaces are smooth for the caulking strip...
Assembly and installation 6.3.1 Specification of the threaded connectors A1066 Fig. 12: All dimensions in millimetres (mm) A1067 Fig. 13: All dimensions in millimetres (mm)
If a pH measurement is connected to the controller via a transmitter DULCOMETER® DMTa or another manufacturer's pH measuring device, then assign mA-pH in the DMTa and/or in the other manufacturer's pH measuring device as follows:[ 4 mA = pH 15.45] and [20 mA = pH -1.45]...
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Assembly and installation Connection of the transmitter DTMa A DMTa is connected to the controller as a 2-wire transmitter: Terminal DACa, channel 1: XE4.3 minus pole and XE4.4 plus pole – Terminal DACa, channel 2: XE8.3 minus pole and XE8.4 plus pole –...
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Assembly and installation optional: Erweiterungsbaugruppe Klemmenanordnung Ausführung Wandgerät optional: RC-Schutzbeschaltung LAN-Buchse Klemmen Sicherung CAN-Schnittstelle Schirmklemme Basisbaugruppe Anschluss des Koaxialkabels an die Schirmklemme Schirmklemme A1171 Fig. 14: Terminal layout...
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Assembly and installation Main unit (channel 1) terminal diagram with assignment options Digitaler Kontakteingang 1 Digitaler Kontakteingang 2 Temperatur Potenzialausgleich Temperatur Normsignal-Eingang Stromquelle 2-Leiter-Normsignal-Eingang Sensor A1172 Fig. 15: Terminal diagram with assignment options. Main unit, channel 1, there can only be one main measured variable, e.g.
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Assembly and installation Extension unit (channel 2) terminal diagram with assignment options Extension unit, channel 2, there can only be one main measured variable, e.g. pH, con‐ nected to a unit. In addition, the mA -signal of a magnetically inductive flow meter can be connected depending on the ID code.
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Assembly and installation Digitaler Kontakteingang 3 Digitaler Kontakteingang 4 Digitaler Kontakteingang 5 Temperatur Potenzialausgleich Temperatur Normsignal-Eingang Stromquelle 2-Leiter-Normsignal-Eingang Sensor Externe Pumpe 3, heben (potenzialfrei) Externe Pumpe 4, senken (potenzialfrei) A1174 Fig. 17: Terminal diagram with assignment options...
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Assembly and installation Terminal diagram with protective RC circuit (optional) RC-Schutzbeschaltung Extern Stromnetz A1180 Fig. 18: Terminal diagram with protective RC circuit (optional)
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Assembly and installation Terminal diagram of the DAC "communication unit" Kommunikation Kommunikation Modul-PROFIBUS Modul-LAN optional: externer Anschluss Stecker M12x1 weiblich, 4-polig (D-codiert) Ausgang Eingang LAN-Netzwerk A1173 Fig. 19: Terminal diagram of the DAC communication unit...
Assembly and installation Service interfaces Display/Tastatur Anschluss SD-Karte Lüfter 3-polig Anschluss Kommunikation Batterie Sicherung Baugruppen Ident- Etikett A1175 Fig. 20: Service interfaces 6.3.3 Cable Cross-Sections and Cable End Sleeves Minimum cross-sec‐ Maximum cross- Stripped insulation tion section length Without cable end 0.25 mm 1.5 mm sleeve...
Assembly and installation 6.3.4 Wall mounting and control panel installation Seals and terminal diagram Select the correctly fitting seals for the controller's cable openings. Seal the open holes with blanking plugs. This is the only way to ensure an acceptable air-tightness. Moisture in the controller can lead to operational abnormalities.
Assembly and installation Slightly lift the top section of the housing forwards and plug the housing top section in the park position in the housing bottom section. Large threaded connection (M 20 x 1.5) Small threaded connection (M 12 x 1.5) Guide the cable into the controller.
Assembly and installation The magnitude of the resistance R of the RC member is determined according to the following equation: R=U/I (Where U= Voltage across the load and A0835 Fig. 22: RC protective circuit for the relay = current through the load) contacts The magnitude of the capacitor is deter‐...
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Assembly and installation 6.3.6.1 Connection of pH or ORP sensors using a coaxial cable NOTICE! Possible incorrect measurement due to poor electrical contact Only use this type of connection if you do not wish to use ready-made coaxial cables. Note the following with this type of connection: Remove the black plastic layer from the inner coaxial cable.
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Assembly and installation A0947 Fig. 24: Coaxial cable construction When is potential equalisation used? Connect pH or ORP sensors using a coaxial line (this relates to pH/ORP Potential equalisation is used if the connection via mV) directly via the pH/ORP measurement is interfered controller's electrical terminal.
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Assembly and installation Switch the controller to measurement with Sensor connection without potential potential equalisation equalisation The sensor is connected to the controller, as marked on the terminal diagram. Do NOTICE! not remove the wire jumper in the con‐ troller. Wire jumper with connected potential equalisation A measurement with a wire jumper...
Assembly and installation Priming to bleeding Potential equalisation always has to The pump is working at 100% be in contact with the measuring performance medium. A special potential equalisa‐ tion plug (Order No. 791663) and a Note any installation work in your sur‐ cable (Order No.
Commissioning Commissioning Switch-on behaviour during User qualification: trained user, see Ä Chapter 4.4 ‘Users' qualifications’ commissioning on page 21 Switching On - First Steps WARNING! Installation and function control Sensor run-in period This can result in hazardous incorrect Check that all the connections –...
Commissioning ð The controller now changes to Defining metering and con‐ its continuous display. From the trol processes continuous display, you can access all the controller's func‐ Set the controller once you have inte‐ tions using grated it into the control circuit. Setting the controller adapts it to your process.
Setting measured variables Setting measured variables Ä Chapter 4.4 ‘Users' qualifications’ on page 21 User qualification: trained user, see [Measurement] ➨ [Measurement] ➨ Continuous display ➨ ➨ or [Meas. channel 1] [Measured variable] ➨ Settings for [Channel 2] In its 2-channel version, the controller has two measurement channels. This descrip‐ tion for [Channel 1] applies correspondingly for the settings in [Channel 2].
Setting measured variables Information on the measured Cable break detection variables [ON] / [OFF] : Switches cable break detec‐ [ON] or [OFF] . tion of the coaxial cable [OFF] . If the con‐ The factory setting is [ON] , it displays an troller has the setting Existing measured variables alarm message if an error is detected.
Setting measured variables Temperature compensation 8.1.3 Measured variable pH [mA] This function is used to compensate for Measured variable pH [mA]: the temperature influence on the meas‐ ‘pH [mA]’ , i.e. urement. The process temperature is set If the measured variable in the DMTa measuring transducer when pH measurement using a mA signal, is selected, then the possibility of sensor...
Setting measured variables chlorine parts changes and thus also the Chlorine, bromine, chlorine 8.1.5 sensitivity (slope) of the chlorine sensor. dioxide, chlorite, dissolved The HOCI concentration measured is oxygen and ozone lower as the pH value increases. If a con‐ trol is integrated, the control tries to com‐...
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Setting measured variables fore records the free chlorine as almost Sensor type: 100 % HOCI. To ensure that the concen‐ First select the sensor type. The sensor tration value measured by the ampero‐ type is given on the sensor nameplate. metric chlorine measuring system corre‐...
Setting measured variables Temperature compensation 8.1.6 Fluoride Measured Variable This function is used for compensation of Fluoride Measured Variable the temperature influence of the process on measurement. When measuring fluoride as the meas‐ ured variable, the sensor signal is con‐ Temperature: [Off] / [Manual] / [Automatic] verted into a 4 - 20 mA signal by a FPV1 or FP100V1 measuring transducer,...
Setting measured variables Temperature 8.1.9 Conductivity [mA] The temperature measurement is used Measured variable conductivity [mA] only for information or recording purposes, but not for temperature compensation. When measuring conductivity [mA], use of Temperature compensation is carried out a measuring transducer is a prerequisite, in the sensor.
Setting measured variables key. By pressing the key again 8.1.11 mA General you jump back to the main display 1. The limit value criteria for the Measured variable [mA general] [Differential meas] can be set in the menu [mA general] measured variable, With the [Limit values] .
Calibration Calibration User qualification: instructed user, Continuous display ➨ Menu ➨ Ä Chapter 4.4 ‘Users' qualifica‐ [Calibration] ➨ tions’ on page 21 Continuous display ➨ Settings for [Channel 2] Calibration In its 2-channel version, the controller has two measurement channels. This Please select channel Channel 1 Chlorine...
Calibration Calibrating the pH sensor To ensure a high level of measuring accuracy, adjust the pH sensor at set time intervals. This calibration interval seriously depends on the application of the pH sensor and on the required measurement accuracy and reproducibility. The calibration interval can vary between daily and every few months.
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Calibration Selecting the calibration process data into the controller. The compara‐ tive calibration should not be more Select the calibration process prior to ini‐ than one week old because the pH tial calibration. This selection is saved sensor's characteristic data changes if until you select a new process.
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Calibration Buffer temperature dependencies The sensor stability information displayed [acceptable] , [good] during calibration, [very good] , indicates to what extent the sensor signal fluctuates during calibra‐ Buffer temperature tion. At the start of calibration, the waiting At temperatures that differ by 25 °C in time for stabilising of the measured value the process, adjust the pH of the is 30 seconds;...
Fig. 31: Display of the calibration result CAL pH CAL pH Calibration process 2 point Sensor quality Buffer detection requirement Asymmetry in mV Buffer manufacturer ProMinent Buffer value 1 pH 7 good Buffer value 2 pH 4 acceptable good Buffer temperature A1025...
1: pH 7 and buffer Refer to the sensor's operating – value 2: pH 4 for calibration. instructions ProMinent (pH 4; 7; 9; 10) – ® 2-point calibration is strongly rec‐ – NBS/DIN 19266 (pH 1; 4; 7, ; 9) –...
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Calibration process 2 point Dispose of the used buffer solution. Buffer detection Manual For more information: refer to the Buffer manufacturer ProMinent buffer solution safety data sheet. Buffer value 1 pH 7 Buffer value 2 pH 4 Buffer temperature Manual Buffer temperature 25.0 °C...
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Calibration Continue with CAL pH ð Calibration is running Sensor calibration in buffer 2 [Please wait!] flashes. Sensor voltage 173 mV Buffer temperature 25.0 °C The stability is: CAL pH good very good acceptable Sensor calibration in buffer 1 Sensor voltage 0.1 mV Buffer temperature 25.0 °C...
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Calibration Incorrect calibration An error message appears should the result of the calibra‐ tion lie outside the specified tol‐ erance limits. In this case the current calibration will not be applied. Check the prerequisites for cali‐ bration and clear the error. Then repeat calibration.
Calibration 9.1.3 pH sensor calibration (CAL) with an external sample (1-point) Measuring and control behaviour of the controller during calibration During calibration the actuating outputs are deactivated. Exception: a basic load or a manual control variable has been set. This remains active. The measured value output [standard signal output mA] is frozen, corresponding to its settings in the mA output menu.
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Calibration Correct sensor operation Correct measuring, control and metering is only possible if the sensor is working – perfectly Refer to the sensor's operating instructions – Valid calibration values Evaluation Zero point Slope Very good -30 mV … +30 mV 56 mV/pH …...
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Calibration CAL pH 1) Take sample 2) Determine pH value pH value Change with <OK> continue with <CAL> A1022 Fig. 40: Instructions for determining the pH value using the [Sample] method Press Use the arrow keys to enter the pH value you have determined in the controller Press Accept the pH value by pressing ð...
Calibration [Data Input] 9.1.4 Calibration of the pH Sensor (CAL) by Data input Using the [Calibration of the pH sensor (CAL) by data input] calibration method, the sensor's known data is entered into the controller. Calibration by data input is only as accurate and reliable as the method with which the data was determined.
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Calibration Valid calibration values Evaluation Zero point Slope Very good -30 mV … +30 mV 56 mV/pH … 60 mV/pH Good -45 mV … +45 mV 56 mV/pH … 60,5 mV/pH Acceptable -60 mV … +60 mV 55 mV/pH … 62 mV/pH Continuous display ➨...
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Calibration Incorrect calibration An error message appears if the result of the calibration lies outside the specified tol‐ erance limits. In this case, the current calibration is not applied. Check the prerequisites for calibration and clear the error. Then repeat calibration. Transfer the result of the calibration into the controller memory by pressing ð...
Calibration ð You can now start your chosen Calibrating the ORP Sensor calibration process. Selecting the calibration 9.2.1 process for ORP 1-point calibration of ORP 9.2.2 Selecting the calibration process sensor (CAL) There are two calibration processes avail‐ able for calibrating the controller: Correct sensor operation 1-point (with buffer solution) Data input...
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Calibration Continuous display ➨ Measuring and control behaviour CAL ORP of the controller during calibration Offset 0.0 mV During calibration the actuating out‐ Last calibration 13:26:11 11/04/2013 puts are deactivated. Exception: a CAL setup basic load or a manual control vari‐ able has been set.
Calibration Calibration data for ORP 9.2.3 CAL ORP sensor (CAL) Sensor calibration in buffer Sensor voltage 0.1 mV The stability is: Correct sensor operation acceptable very good good Correct measuring and metering – is only possible if the sensor is working perfectly continue with <CAL>...
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Calibration Continuous display ➨ Measuring and control behaviour CAL ORP of the controller during calibration 0.0 mV Offset During calibration the actuating out‐ Last calibration 21.05.2013 14:59:56 puts are deactivated. Exception: a basic load or a manual control vari‐ CAL setup able has been set.
Calibration Calibrating the Fluoride 2-point fluoride sensor cali‐ 9.3.2 bration (CAL) Sensor Selection of the calibration 9.3.1 process for fluoride Correct sensor operation Correct measuring and metering – To calibrate the controller there are two is only possible if the sensor is available calibration processes: working perfectly 1 point...
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Calibration Press the key in the continuous display. Measuring and control behaviour Using the arrow keys select of the controller during calibration [Two point calibration] During calibration the actuating out‐ puts are deactivated. Exception: a Then press basic load or a manual control vari‐ CAL F - able has been set.
Calibration CAL F - Incorrect calibration Two point calibration Immerse sensor in buffer 2 Should the result of the cal‐ Sensor value 4.88 ppm ibration lie outside the Sensor voltage 144.2 mV specified tolerance limits, an error message appears. In this case the current cal‐ ibration will not be applied.
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Calibration Press the key in the continuous display. Measuring and control behaviour Using the arrow keys select of the controller during calibration [Single point calibration] During calibration the actuating out‐ puts are deactivated. Exception: a Then press basic load or a manual control vari‐ CAL F - able has been set.
Calibration Import the result of the calibration Calibrating Amperometric into the controller memory by Sensors pressing the ð The controller displays the con‐ tinuous display again and oper‐ Calibrating Amperometric Sen‐ ates with the results of the cali‐ sors bration. The process for calibrating ampero‐...
Calibration Selecting the calibration 9.4.1 9.4.2 Calibrating the slope process for amperometric measured variables CAUTION! There are two calibration processes avail‐ Correct sensor operation / Run-in able for calibrating the controller: period Calibrating the slope Damage to the product or its sur‐ Calibrating the zero point roundings Selecting the calibration process...
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Calibration Measuring and control behaviour NOTICE! of the controller during calibration Prerequisites for correct calibration of During calibration the actuating out‐ the sensor slope puts are deactivated. Exception: a – The reference method needed is basic load or a manual control vari‐ used, depending on the feed able has been set.
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Calibration Remove sample water directly at the CAL Cl measuring point and determine the con‐ tent of the feed chemical in the sample Calibration successful [ppm] using an appropriate refer‐ water in Slope ence method (e.g. DPD, titration etc.). Zero point Enter this value into the controller as fol‐...
Calibration Permitted calibration range CAUTION! The permitted calibration range is Correct sensor operation / Run-in 20 ... 300% of the sensor's rated period value. Damage to the product or its sur‐ roundings Example of a shallow slope: Blocking of the sensor membrane leads to a –...
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Calibration Press the key in the continuous Measuring and control behaviour display. of the controller during calibration Using the arrow keys select the [Zero point] During calibration the actuating out‐ puts are deactivated. Exception: a Then press basic load or a manual control vari‐ able has been set.
Calibration Calibrating Oxygen Sensors Incorrect calibration Specifying the calibration interval Should the result of the cal‐ The calibration interval depends heavily ibration lie outside the specified tolerance limits, an error message appears. the application In this case the current cal‐ the installation location of the sensor ibration will not be applied.
Calibration Calibration process selection Calibration specifica‐ Continuous display ➨ tions of the sensor manu‐ CAL DO facturer When determining the cali‐ Zero point bration interval, also take into consideration the oper‐ Slope ating instructions for the sensor, which may offer automatic additional and/or different DO value...
Calibration Selection of the calibration 9.5.2 process for the measured Measuring and control behaviour variable DO of the controller during calibration During calibration the actuating out‐ puts are deactivated. Exception: a CAUTION! basic load or a manual control vari‐ able has been set. This remains Correct sensor operation / Run-in active.
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Calibration Press the key in the continuous Press the key to import the display. result of the calibration into the memory of the controller Using the arrow keys select [automatic] ð The controller changes back to the continuous display and Then press operates with the results of the calibration.
Calibration Zero point calibration for the 9.5.3 measured variable DO Measuring and control behaviour of the controller during calibration During calibration the actuating out‐ CAUTION! puts are deactivated. Exception: a basic load or a manual control vari‐ Correct sensor operation / Run-in able has been set.
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Calibration Press the key in the continuous CAL DO display. Calibration successful Using the arrow keys select [Zero point] Slope Zero point Then press CAL DO continue with <CAL> Water temp. A1080 Adjusting the concentration Air temperature Fig. 67: Zero point calibration for the Air pressure measured variable DO higher than...
Calibration DO value calibration for the 9.5.4 measured variable DO Measuring and control behaviour of the controller during calibration During calibration the actuating out‐ CAUTION! puts are deactivated. Exception: a basic load or a manual control vari‐ Correct sensor operation / Run-in able has been set.
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Calibration Press the key in the continuous CAL DO display. 1) Take sample Using the arrow keys select 2) Determine DPD value [DO value] 7.04 ppm Then press CAL DO Change with <OK> continue with <CAL> Water temp. A1077 Adjusting the concentration Air temperature Fig.
Calibration Calibrating conductivity Incorrect calibration Should the result of the cal‐ Measuring and control behaviour ibration lie outside the of the controller during calibration specified tolerance limits, an error message appears. During calibration the actuating out‐ In this case the current cal‐ puts are deactivated.
Calibration You may need a manual measuring instrument for the conductivity measured Incorrect calibration variable. This manual instrument should measure and display sufficiently accu‐ An error message appears rately to guarantee successful calibration. if the result of the calibra‐ tion lies outside the speci‐ Press in the continuous display.
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Calibration You may need a manual measuring instrument for the temperature measured variable. This manual instrument should measure and display sufficiently accu‐ rately to guarantee successful calibration. Press in the continuous display. Then press Follow the instructions in the con‐ troller display and perform calibra‐...
[Control] Setting the [Control] Setting the Ä Chapter 4.4 ‘Users' qualifications’ on page 21 User qualification: trained user, see [Control] ➨ [Control] Continuous display ➨ ➨ Settings for [Channel 2] In its 2-channel version, the controller has two measurement channels. This descrip‐ tion for [Channel 1] applies correspondingly for the settings in [Channel 2].
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[Control] Setting the Control Channel 1 parameter set 1 Disturbance variables metering lock Parameter switch A0940 Fig. 73: Continuous display ➨ ➨ [Control] ➨ [Control] pH [mV] 3.1.9 Channel 1 parameter set 1 Type PID control System response normal Setpoint 7.00 pH 1.54 pH Add.
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[Control] Setting the Parameter level Function Parameter The adjustable range of the xp-value is speci‐ fied by the device. The adjustable range of the Ti-value is speci‐ fied by the device. The adjustable range of the Td-value is specified by the device. [Additive basic load] The adjustable range of the additive basic load is specified by the device.
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[Control] Setting the Each controller can be configured as a 1- way or 2-way controller. Two parameter sets are available for each controller. The 2nd parameter set is activated if the digital input 2 is set as the [Control parameter switch-over] . In this [Parameter set 2] can be configured case in the menu.
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[Control] Setting the Direction of action of the [Control], 2- or 1-way [Control] based on various features. You can vary the [Control] operates in two possible directions (Increase AND decrease Function: A 2-way measured value). Application: In a neutralisation process in an industrial waste water system, acidic or alkaline waste water is produced alternately.
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[Control] Setting the Negative Positive Deviation Deviation to the setpoint to the setpoint Upper Setpoint (pH 7.3) Lower Setpoint (pH 6.7) Time Deadzone Positive No control takes‘s place here control output Time Negative control output A1475 Fig. 76: Control type two-way PID, with dead zone...
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[Control] Setting the [Control] operates in only one of two possible directions (Increase OR Function: A 1-way decrease measured value). Application: This affects, for example, a disinfection process, in which chlorine is added to water. The incoming water has a chlorine concentration of 0 ppm and is to be adjusted to 0.5 ppm by the addition of sodium-calcium hypochlorite.
[Control] Setting the Negative deviation Setpoint Time Time Positive control variable A1472 Fig. 78: Control type 1-way PID, pH-increasing direction Adjustable parameters in the [Control] P, PI, PID controllers are continuous con‐ menu trollers. The control variables can take any value in the control range from -100 % …...
[Control] Setting the smaller (proportional relationship). If the Standard setpoint is nearly reached, then the con‐ The controller reacts with its P, PI or PID trol output is nearly 0 %. However the set‐ system response as described in point is never exactly reached. Conse‐ Ä...
[Control] Setting the 10.4 Control parameter [xp] The xp value is the controller amplification factor. The xp value relates to the measuring range end of a controller and is entered as an absolute value. For pH for example xp=1.5. For measured variables such as chlorine, the sensor measuring range is selected. The sensor measuring range corresponds to the measuring range end.
[Control] Setting the Control parameter 10.5 Control parameter [Ti] 10.8 [Checkout time] [Ti] is the integral time of the I- The time controller (integral controller) in seconds. [checkout time] should prevent over‐ [Ti] defines the time integration The time dosing as a result of a malfunction. of the control deviation from the control [checkout time] the control vari‐...
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[Control] Setting the Additive and multiplicative feedforward Applicational example of additive interfer‐ control ence variable Alongside information relating to the If the addition of a chemical is largely only actual measured variable, e.g. the dependent on the flow (proportional chlorine concentration, the interference dependency), then the addition of an addi‐...
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[Control] Setting the metered, caused by a too high proportion‐ ality, then a negative control variable would be issued and added to the flow- proportional control variable and the resulting control variable would fall. Set the following in the controller's menu: [Menu] , [Control] , [Interference variable] , [On] , [Signal source] = [mA input 2] [Effect] : [additive]...
[Control] Setting the Multiplicative interference variable The multiplicative interference variable can influence the control variable of the setpoint controller over the entire control range proportionately to the interference variable. This corresponds to a proportionality factor of 0.00 = 0% and 1.00 = 100 %, including all inter‐ mediate values.
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[Control] Setting the [Remote setpoint] makes it possible for you to change the setpoint within a The function to be specified range for all measured variables of the controller channel 1 using an external 0/4 ... 20 mA analog signal. The analog signal can originate as an active signal from a PLC or also be specified using a 1 kOhm precision potentiometer.
[Control] Setting the [Parameter switch] via 10.12 the digital input or Required controller configura‐ [Timer] tion: You require package 2 for channel 2. Continuous display ➨ ➨ You can find the corresponding infor‐ [Control] ➨ [Control] ➨ mation under Ä Chapter 3 ‘ID Code’ [Parameter switch] ➨...
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[Control] Setting the Application example: In a process control system, two different pH setpoints with different control parame‐ ters must be reached and maintained. The system is controlled using a PLC. The PLC indicates the required event signal to the controller via a digital output. The con‐ troller then switches from [Channel 1 parameter set 2] to [Channel 2 parameter set 2] and then...
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[Control] Setting the Event controlled Event 3.5.1.1 Function Signal source Digital input 1 Status active opened Switch off delay Assignment Channel 1 A1478 Fig. 81: Event controlled Description Factory setting Adjustment Options Function On/Off Signal source Digital input 2 Digital input 2, digital input 5 Status Active opened Active opened, Active closed...
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[Control] Setting the Timer 1 3.5.2.1.1 Function On time 03:00 Off time 03:01 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday A1480 Fig. 83: Example: Timer 1...
[Limit values] Setting the [Limit values] Setting the Ä Chapter 4.4 ‘Users' qualifications’ on page 21 User qualification: trained user, see [Limit values] ➨ [Limit values] Continuous display ➨ ➨ Settings for [Channel 2] In its 2-channel version, the controller has two measurement channels. This descrip‐ tion for [Channel 1] applies correspondingly for the settings in [Channel 2].
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[Limit values] Setting the The limit values are values that can be set within the measuring range of a measured [1] can be set for exceeding, i.e. the meas‐ variable. For each measuring channel a Limit [2] can be set for undershooting, i.e. ured value is greater than the limit value and a Limit the measured value is less than the limit value.
[Limit values] Setting the Measured value Upper limit value "Hysteresis“ "Hysteresis" Lower limit value Limit value transgression A0009_GB Fig. 85: Hysteresis If the relays are defined as limit value relays, then when a limit value transgression occurs they also will switch in addition to the alarm relay. Different switch on-delays (∆t On) and Switch off delays (∆t Off) can be set for the limit [Limit 1] and [Limit 2] .
Setting the [Pumps] Setting the [Pumps] User qualification: trained user, see 12.1 Setting [Pump 1] Ä Chapter 4.4 ‘Users' qualifications’ on page 21 Continuous display ➨ ➨ CAUTION! [Pumps] ➨ [Pumps] Refer to the operating manual for the pump Possibility of damaging the pump. Settings for [Channel 2] Faults in the process.
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Setting the [Pumps] Continuous display ➨ ➨ [Pumps] ➨ [Pumps] ➨ [Pump 1 channel 1] ➨ Pump 1 Function Decrease value Max. stroke rate Assignment Channel 1 A1068 Fig. 91: Setting [Pump 1] Use the keys to select the menu and confirm with ð...
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Setting the [Pumps] Parameter Settable function [Function] Set the pump to: [Increase value] [Decrease value] [Off] [Max. stroke rate] The maximum stroke rate can be set freely between 0 ... 500 /min. The factory setting is 180/min [Assignment] Assign the pump to the relevant measuring channel: Channel 1: Pump 1 and pump 2 Channel 2: Pump 3 and pump 4...
Setting the [Relays] Setting the [Relays] Ä Chapter 4.4 ‘Users' qualifications’ on page 21 User qualification: trained user, see [Relays] ➨ [Relays] Continuous display ➨ ➨ Settings for [Channel 2] In its 2-channel version, the controller has two measurement channels. This descrip‐ tion for [Channel 1] applies correspondingly for the settings in [Channel 2].
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Setting the [Relays] 13.1 Setting Relay 1 Continuous display ➨ ➨ [Relays] ➨ [Relays] ➨ [Relay 1] ➨ Relay 1 6.1.1 Function Limit 1 Assignment Channel 1 A1070 Fig. 93: Setting Relay 1 Use the keys to select the respective menu and confirm with ð...
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Setting the [Relays] Settable parameters of Relay 1 and Relay 2 Parameter Settable function [Function] Set relay as: [Off] [Limit value 1] [Limit value 2] [Limit value 1 <Control variable>] [Limit value 2 <Control variable>] [Cycle] [Pulse length (PWM)] [Assignment] Assign the relay to the relevant measuring channel: [Channel 1] [Channel 2]...
Setting the [Relays] Function description [Limit 13.1.3 1] or [Limit 2] Changeable scope of the menus [Relay 1] and/or [Relay 2] can be operated The number of adjustable parameters as limit value relays. The limit values can may differ depending on the type and Ä...
Setting the [Relays] CAUTION! [Cycle] is reset when there is no supply voltage Possible consequence: slight or minor injuries. Material damage. – Configure the power supply so that it cannot be interrupted – With critical processes, practically address the possible failure of the timer when designing your application Cycle Timer r elay...
Setting [Digital inputs] Setting [Digital inputs] Ä Chapter 4.4 ‘Users' qualifications’ on page 21 User qualification: trained user, see [Digital inputs] ➨ [Digital inputs] Continuous display ➨ ➨ Settings for [Channel 2] In its 2-channel version, the controller has two measurement channels. This descrip‐ tion for [Channel 1] applies correspondingly for the settings in [Channel 2].
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Setting [Digital inputs] Digital input 1 7.1.1 Function Pause Status Active opened Switch off delay 10 s Alarm Assignment Channel 1 Fig. 97: Setting [Digital input 1] Pause Parameter Adjustment range Function Pause / Off / Pause Hold Status Active opened / Active closed Switch off delay 0 ...
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Setting [Digital inputs] Setting [Digital input 3] Level of storage tank 1 Parameter Adjustment range Function Off / Pause Hold / Pause / Level of storage tank 1 Status Active open / Active closed Switch off delay 0 ... 1800 s Assignment Channel 1 Setting [Digital input 4]...
[mA outputs] Setting the [mA outputs] Setting the Ä Chapter 4.4 ‘Users' qualifications’ on page 21 User qualification: trained user, [mA outputs] ➨ [mA outputs] Continuous display ➨ ➨ Settings for [Channel 2] The 1-channel version of the controller has two mA outputs and the 2-channel ver‐ sion has three mA outputs.
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[mA outputs] Setting the mA outputs mA output 1 mA output 2 mA output 3 Fig. 98: Setting the [mA outputs] / [mA output 3] as an option on the extension module...
[mA outputs] Setting the [mA outputs] 15.1 Setting the [mA outputs] ➨ [mA outputs] ➨ Continuous display ➨ ➨ [mA output 1] [Function] Set function mA output 2 / mA output 3 Menu items [mA output 2] and [mA output 3] have the same setting options as menu item [mA output 1].
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[mA outputs] Setting the [Measured value] , The following adjustable parameters are available when selecting the [Control variable] and [Correction value] functions: [Func‐ Adjustable value Adjustable ranges or counter values tion ] [Meas‐ [Output range ] 0 ... 20 mA ured Assignment to the required measuring range start value]...
Function: Data logger Function: Data logger Data backup / limited service life Access flap to SD card slot There is a possibility of loss of data Always keep the access flap to the with all types of data storage. Data SD card slot closed during operation.
Function: Data logger If the SD card is in the controller, this is The calibration log book stores all calibra‐ displayed on the display in the top-left tions of measured variables with a time [SD] symbol. If the SD card corner by the stamp.
Function: Data logger Use the arrow keys to move the Use the arrow keys to browse through the [Record] cursor to entries in the calibration log book. Press to return to the continuous display. Press ð The activation symbol (tick) [error log book] 16.2.2 Using the...
Function: Data logger Use the arrow keys to select Error log book [Error log book] Entry 32/32 Press Warning 04 channel 2 Use the arrow keys to move the The measuring channel is not yet calibrated [Record] cursor to Press Status coming ð...
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Function: Data logger [Configuration] of the data log book one file is to be created each per day, from 00.00 to 24.00. Then the file name is Configuration = YYMMDD.CSV. You can also record an 9.1.4.13 endless file and give it a random name. Temperature channel 2 Data is always saved in CSV format.
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Function: Data logger The maximum file size is 2 GB The maximum file size is 2 GB. The SD card needs to be the same size. Record 9.1.3.4.1 DATALOG0.CSV Fig. 110: Check the file to write it to an existing file, here [DATALOG0.CSV] If you wish to attached measured data to an existing file, then check this file and the data will be written...
[Diagnostics] [Diagnostics] User qualification: instructed user, Displaying the 17.1.1 Ä Chapter 4.4 ‘Users' qualifica‐ [Calibration Log Book] tions’ on page 21 The data on the sensor calibrations suc‐ Continuous display ➨ ➨ cessfully completed are stored in the [Diagnostics] ➨ [Diagnostics] [Calibration log book] .
[Diagnostics] [Simulation] menu item enables you Error log book to activate all outputs for test purposes 9.1.2.1.1 during commissioning. A simulated output Entry remains activated until you quite the Error Channel 2 [Simulation] menu item. It is also possible The connection to the to prime a peristaltic pump, for example, expansion module [Simulation] mode.
[Diagnostics] 17.4 Error messages and warning alerts Error messages Error Error message Cause Remedy text The connection to The connection cable Check the connection cable the extension has slipped out of the and tighten module is faulty socket Connection problems Return to the factory for between the main and checking...
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[Diagnostics] Error Error message Cause Remedy text There is a calibra‐ With amperometric anal‐ With amperometric analysis tion error ysis (e.g. chlorine): the (e.g. chlorine): Check the cor‐ calculated reference rectness of the reference value deviates too much method, e.g. DPD1 from the real value or the sensor value.
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[Diagnostics] Error Error message Cause Remedy text Check the raw value in mA in the Information menu by pressing . If the value is >23 mA, then it is not a correct sensor signal. Replace the sensor with a new sensor. The mA input cur‐...
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[Diagnostics] Error Error message Cause Remedy text The controller is in The Pause input (digital Check whether the Pause ‘Pause’ mode input) was activated signal received matches the externally system's expected operating mode. ‘NO/NC’ Check whether the actuating direction matches the choice in the controller.
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[Diagnostics] Error Error message Cause Remedy text The level in The chemical in storage Add the corresponding chem‐ storage tank 2 is tank 2 is used up ical too low The level in The chemical in storage Add the corresponding chem‐ storage tank 3 is tank 3 is used up ical...
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[Diagnostics] Warning alerts Warnin Warning alert text Cause Remedy The limit value The measured value is Check whether the choice of was undershot below the limit value the limit value matches the application and adjust if neces‐ sary. Check the design of the actuator: has too small an actuator been selected? Check the concentration of the...
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[Diagnostics] Warnin Warning alert text Cause Remedy The measuring The sensor connected Calibrate the sensor channel is not yet to a measuring channel calibrated has not yet been cali‐ brated The battery The battery has a Replace the battery or inform needs to be service life of about 10 Service...
[Diagnostics] 17.5 Help texts Content of the help Cause Remedy texts The DPD value is If the calculated reference value Increase the concentration too small, DPD (e.g. DPD1) for calibrating a of the chemical to be value > MRS + 2 % sensor is less than 2 % of the measured in the process/ measuring range, then calibration...
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[Diagnostics] Content of the help Cause Remedy texts An unknown calibra‐ tion error In the residual If parameter set 2 is not active, Check the control signals/ period parameter set then parameter set 1 is activated lines that switch the 1 is used parameter set or check the timer settings.
[Device setup] Setting 19.1 Setting the [Language] [Setup] ➨ [Device setup] ➨ [Language] Continuous display ➨ ➨ [Language selection] ➨ Available languages for output in the controller display* German Greek Romanian Arabic Hebrew Russian Bulgarian Italian Swedish Chinese Japanese Slovakian Danish Korean Thai...
16 GB, for software transfer Expansion module: ➨ ➨ You can download the latest software [Setup] ➨ [Device setup] ➨ from the link on the ProMinent homepage: [Update] ➨ http://www.prominent.de/ [Ext board] ➨ desktopdefault.aspx/ tabid-12145/1485_read-67006/ , the ð Updating starts [Firmware DACa] can be found under the Language file: ➨...
[Device setup] Setting ð Updating starts You can see the latest software ver‐ sion of the controller upon boot-up and at the following point in the con‐ troller menu [Menu] ➨ [Diagnostics] ➨ [Device information]. 19.5 Setting the [Access code] Continuous display ➨...
Controller technical data Controller technical data Measuring range/Measured value Measuring range connection type pH: 0.00 ... 14.00 ORP voltage: -1500 ... +1500 mV Connection type mA (ampero‐ Chlorine metric measured variables, meas‐ Chlorine dioxide uring ranges according to the sen‐ sors): Chlorite Bromine...
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Controller technical data Technical Data Description Technical Data pH resolution: 0.01 ORP voltage: 1 mV Temperature: 0.1 °C Amperometric analysis (chlorine 0.001/0.01 ppm, 0.01 Vol. %, 0.1 Vol. % etc.): Precision: 0.3 % based on the full-scale reading pH/ORP measuring input: Input resistance >...
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Controller technical data Description Technical Data Control cabinet mounted: IP 54 In accordance with NEMA 4X (air-tightness) Tests and certifications: CE, MET (corresponding to UL as per IEC 61010) Material: Housing PC with flame-proofed configuration Dimensions: 250 x 220 x 122 mm (WxHxD) Weight: Net 2.1 kg...
Spare parts and accessories Spare parts and accessories 21.1 Spare parts A1266 Fig. 120: Spare parts Item Spare parts Order number Fine fuse 5x20 T 1.6A 732411 Housing fan with speed signal, 5VDC, 50x50x10 733328 Interface cover, spare parts package 1044187 Cover, left Cover, right...
To do so, remove all traces of hazardous substances. Refer to the mate‐ rial safety data sheet for your feed chem‐ ical. The current decontamination declaration is available to download: http://www.prominent.de/Service/ Download-Service.aspx Standards complied with 22.2 and conformity declara‐ tion You can find the EC Declaration of Con‐...
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Glossary Glossary Slope of the pH sensor Glass break detection [ON] / [OFF] : Switches the pH sensor's The slope or sensitivity of a pH sensor is [ON] or [OFF] . The defined as the quotient of the voltage glass break detection [OFF] .
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Glossary Cable break detection Measuring range of the sensors [ON] / [OFF] : Switches cable break detec‐ Select the measuring range. The meas‐ [ON] or [OFF] . tion of the coaxial cable uring range is given on the sensor name‐ [OFF] .
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Glossary Measured variable pH [mA]: Measured variable temperature [mA], (as main measured variable): ‘pH [mA]’ , i.e. If the measured variable ‘Temperature pH measurement using a mA signal, is For the measured variable [mA]’ use of a DMTa temperature meas‐ selected, then the possibility of sensor monitoring for cable or glass breaks is no uring transducer or a Pt100V1 measuring...
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Glossary Sensor type: Temperature: Off / Manual / Automatic ‘Off’ setting, the temperature First select the sensor type. The sensor For the type is given on the sensor nameplate. influence of the process water on the pH This sensor selection is necessary and measurement is calculated at the fixed activates the sensor-specific data in the temperature value of 25 °C.
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Glossary [threshold] is exceeded, time The temperature offset recording starts (checkout time). If during ‘Temperature offset’ makes it The setting the checkout time the variable again falls possible to match the measured tempera‐ below the threshold, then the time is again ture to a reference value.
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Glossary P controller: This is used with integrating Setpoint control paths (for example batch neutrali‐ The setpoint specifies the target value for sation). If control deviation becomes less, control. The controller attempts to keep then the control of the actuator becomes the deviation between the setpoint and less (proportional relationship).
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Glossary System response The following filter stages are possible: ‘stable’ The system response of the controller is set under the menu item ‘Stable’ temperature filtering – [System response] . [Normal] is the selec‐ heavily calms the measured tion for 1-way controlled processes. value.
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Glossary Peracetic acid measured variable Two channel version Peracetic acid as a measured variable is If a second measuring channel is avail‐ measured via one of the two mA sensor able (dependent on the identity code, inputs. Temperature compensation is per‐ channel 2), then this second measuring formed in the sensor.
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Index Index 1, 2, 3 ... Control outputs........86 [Relay timer]........131 Control panel installation...... 28 CSV format........143 Accessibility......... 25 Cycle..........131 Accessories........167 Actuating outputs....89, 92, 95, 97 Data backup........140 Actuator..........122 Data input..........73 Additive and multiplicative feedfor‐ Data log book........
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Index Limit values........120 Question: How do I adjust the dis‐ play brightness?........51 Question: How do I adjust the dis‐ Material thickness ....... 28 play contrast?........51 Multiplicative interference variable..114 Question: How do I connect a transmitter?.......... 34 non-discriminatory approach....
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Index Question: What type of buffer solu‐ Run in periods....86, 89, 92, 94, 96 tions do I need for a fluoride cali‐ bration?.......... 81, 83 Safety information........ 18 Question: What type of buffer solu‐ SD cards..........140 tions do I need for pH calibration?..66 Sensor function....
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The contrast button shortcut on the ProMinent DULCOMETER is used to adjust the LCD display contrast. Pressing one key makes the display darker, while pressing the other makes it lighter. Each key press changes the contrast by one level.
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